Google Pixel 8 vs Realme 12
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; estimated prices are $699 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 36/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8
Realme 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1884
- Lighter: 187g vs 188g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 38/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $200 vs $699
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Realme 12, the Google Pixel 8 scores 14 points higher (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (79/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $699 | $200 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Realme 12 by 180.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $499. Realme 12 is cheaper by $499.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (79/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Realme 12 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.